The Trucker News Channel Episode #017
In this episode we cover… Truckers abandon their rigs on the highway. National #thankatrucker campaign Check out these stories and more on this edition of
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Celebrations begin for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
ARLINGTON, Va. — This week, American Trucking Associations and the entire trucking industry are recognizing the 3.5 million truck drivers who safely and professionally deliver
Major container ports expected to continue to see record numbers
WASHINGTON – With retail sales continuing to grow, imports at the nation’s major retail container ports are expected to remain strong this month after setting
Rand McNally launches ‘Haul’ of Fame photo contest for drivers
In celebration of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Rand McNally has launched a Photo “Haul” of Fame contest! Since professional drivers inspire us, we wanted
Love’s opens new facility in Tipton, Indiana
OKLAHOMA CITY – Love’s Travel Stops (Love’s) is now serving Customers in Tipton, Indiana, thanks to the grand opening of a new travel stop this
New research says autonomous trucks could take jobs of nearly 300,000 long-haul drivers over next decade
An article in the Journal of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) says new research predicts autonomous trucks could replace nearly
Walmart celebrates drivers during NTDAW, steps up recruiting efforts
At a time when the trucking industry across the U.S. is facing a massive shortage of qualified drivers, Walmart said today it is doubling down
TA/Petro opens 4 of new suite of smaller, more ‘nimble’ express travel centers
WESTLAKE, Ohio — TravelCenters of America LLC, operator of TA and Petro Stopping Centers full service travel center brands, has announced the opening of the
TMAF launches advertising and digital campaign to #ThankATrucker
WASHINGTON — Trucking Moves America Forward (TMAF), the industry-wide education and image movement, today announced their plans for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, September 9-15.
OOIDA says FMCSA pilot on younger drivers should benefit military veterans
GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. — The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has told the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that the agency’s pilot program to allow
FedEx executive Mike Yadon chosen for TAEC award
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Trucking Associations Executive Council (TEAC) of the American Trucking Associations has recognized Mike Yadon of FedEx Corp. with the J.R. “Bob”
ATA says freight volumes expected to increase 4.2 percent in 2018
WASHINGTON — Freight volumes are projected to increase 4.2 percent in 2018 and increase 35.6 percent by 2029, according to the American Trucking Association’s latest
Aperia Technologies releases new chrome cove for Halo Tire Inflator
BURLINGAME, Calif. — Aperia Technologies, a supplier of tire inflation technologies that are designed to improve the safety and efficiency of commercial vehicle tractors and
Class 8 truck orders in August set another all-time record
The two organizations that report on commercial vehicle sales in North America both reported all-time record highs in preliminary data released Thursday. ACT Research of
Kenworth Mid Atlantic-Baltimore joins OEM’s dealer network
ROSEDALE, Md. — Kenworth Mid Atlantic-Baltimore recently became the newest addition to Kenworth’s dealer network of more than 400 locations in the United States and
The Trucker News Channel Episode #016
In this episode we cover… Live lobsters dumped on highway. Truckers save suicidal man.
FMCSA to hold 2nd public listening session on possible HOS changes on September 14
WASHINGTON — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will hold a public listening session on Friday, September 14 concerning potential changes to its Hours of
Reefer capacity tightens as northern states harvest late-summer crops
DAT Trendlines reports that August ended with average rates that were lower than those in June and July but were still about 20 percent higher
Mack Trucks releases 6th episode of RoadLife series
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Mack Trucks Wednesday released the sixth episode of its RoadLife series, “Long Way From Home,” on roadlife.tv and Amazon Prime Video. The
ATRI conducting survey on impact of customer detention
ARLINGTON, Va. — The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) Wednesday launched an online data collection initiative to solicit commercial driver perspectives on how they are